Stress and anxiety can sneak up on almost anyone of any age - they impact sleep, focus, patience, and by proxy, relationships. You might notice racing thoughts, avoidance of situations that trigger panic or fear, a tight chest, or a racing heart, for example. 

Stress is a normal response to life's challenges - but sometimes there are too many stressors and not enough regulation, and it becomes an issue. Anxiety is like a cousin to stress - it may or may not be situationally related, but the general symptoms mirror the experience of stress (read more about the signs & treatment of Stress & Anxiety here). Panic Attacks and Phobias are specific types of anxiety disorders (read more about panic attacks here). These conditions can all feel quite isolating, but they are more common than  you might think. For example, did you know that 1/3 people will develop anxiety disorders, most showing symptoms before age 21? Or have you heard that 2/10 people will have a panic attack in their lifetime?
 
At Kayda Health, our Registered Clinical Counsellors treat these conditions through evidence-based approaches such as CBT, Mindfulness, DBT, ACT, and EMDR. Therapy can help with learning to recognize and manage these conditions, helping you understand what's happening in your body, leading to calm your system, and rebuilding confidence in your ability to cope.

​Several therapists at Kayda Health work with anxiety, stress, panic attacks and related concerns, with different areas of focus and approaches to treatment. Explore the clinicians below or visit our Meet the Team page to learn more about each therapist. If you are unsure who may be the best fit, you can also complete our Therapist Matching Form.

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• Kyle Pelletier, RCC works with adults experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, self-doubt, burnout and overwhelming stress.

• Nafiseh Ghodoosi, RCC works with adults experiencing anxiety, panic, stress and emotional overwhelm, including concerns related to immigration, relationships and family life.

• Crina Popa, RCC works with adults experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, depression and difficult life experiences, including clients who may benefit from EMDR.

• Vanessa Thomson, RCC works virtually with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout and pressure related to work, performance and high expectations.

• Ashley Gossen, RCC works with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, overwhelm and relationship strain, with virtual counselling available across BC.

• Thea Megas, RCC-ACS works with adults experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, phobias and trauma-related symptoms, including clients seeking EMDR.

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